Brown Butter Pecan Cookies

Brown Butter Pecan Cookies

6 servings
Made with loads of brown butter, brown sugar, and caramelized pecans, these Brown Butter Pecan Cookies are incredible! No chill time required.

Ingredients

  • unsalted butter

    melted and browned

    ½ c
  • dark brown sugar

    or light brown sugar

    ½ c
  • white sugar
    ¼ c
  • egg

    room temperature

    1 large
  • vanilla
    1 tbsp
  • all-purpose flour
    1 ¼ c
  • baking soda
    ½ tsp
  • baking powder
    ¼ tsp
  • pecans

    roughly chopped

    ¾ c
  • dark brown sugar

    or light brown sugar

    1 tbsp
  • unsalted butter
    1 ½ tbsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Caramelize the pecans. In a medium pot on medium heat, add the butter and brown sugar and melt and mix together for 2-3 minutes. Then add in chopped pecans and mix for 3-4 minutes on medium-high heat until toasted. You'll know it's ready when the aroma of toasted pecans forms!

For the cookies

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    Brown the butter: Melt the butter in a medium sized pan over medium heat. Once it melts, it will crackle, then become foamy – continue mixing the butter while this happens to prevent burning. The butter will go from melted to golden brown quickly, and you’ll know it’s almost done when the aroma of browned butter arrives. The whole process should take about 5 minutes! Once golden, remove from heat and transfer to a glass bowl to cool as you measure out the rest of your ingredients. (Cool at least 15 minutes).

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, whisk cooled brown butter, brown sugar, and sugar. Add in vanilla and egg. Whisk until smooth.

  4. 4

    Add in flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Use a rubber spatula and fold the dough until just combined. Do not over mix! Add in caramelized pecans and fold into dough until just combined

  5. 5

    Scoop 6 cookie dough balls and place on the prepared cookie sheet.

  6. 6

    Bake for 10-14 minutes. Mine took 13 minutes. The cookies will be ready when the edges are a golden brown, but the inside will look soft. Remove from oven. Let the cookies cool on the hot pan for a few minutes before serving warm or cool completely and enjoy!

Brown Butter Pecan Cookies

Brown Butter Pecan Cookies

26 min6 servings321 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a cookie that offers more than just sweetness? These Brown Butter Pecan Cookies are a true indulgence, delivering incredible depth of flavor without the usual wait. Get ready for a dessert that’s easy to make and impossible to resist.

The secret to these truly incredible cookies lies in the brown butter, which adds a deep, nutty complexity that regular melted butter can't match. Combined with caramelized pecans and rich brown sugar, each bite offers layers of sophisticated, sweet, and nutty flavor. What makes this recipe even better is that it requires no chill time, meaning you're just minutes away from warm, delicious cookies.

Prepare for a cookie that is remarkably soft and chewy, with a delightful texture that gives way to the irresistible crunch of caramelized pecans. The rich, almost toffee-like notes from the brown butter and dark brown sugar mingle beautifully, creating a comforting and sophisticated dessert. You'll find these sweet, nutty, and utterly satisfying, perfect for impressing guests or simply treating yourself to something special.

Customization & Variations

Feel free to experiment with light brown sugar instead of dark for a slightly milder molasses flavor profile. While pecans are central to the cookie's identity, you could substitute with walnuts or cashews if preferred, though the unique charm of caramelized pecans will be distinct.

These delightful cookies are perfect for an after-dinner treat, a comforting snack, or sharing with friends and family during any gathering. Their rich flavor makes them a standout dessert.

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